Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Bastardy Proceeding.
Bastardy Proceeding - as a noun
A lawsuit filed to determine the father of a child born out of wedlock (and to provide for the support of the child once paternity is determined)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paternity suitExample Sentences
"The lawyer specialized in handling bastardy proceedings."
"She was accused of initiating a false bastardy proceeding against her ex-boyfriend."
"The court dismissed the bastardy proceeding due to lack of evidence."
"The father was required to attend the bastardy proceeding to establish paternity."
"The judge scheduled the bastardy proceeding for next month."
